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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ocala with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center

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Front of property
Lobby
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior detail
Reception

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Accessible King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 19 min drive
  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Riding Academy Hotel

Hotel near World Equestrian Center – Ocala
Consider a stay at The Riding Academy Hotel and take advantage of designer stores on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a massage at Calluna Spa, the onsite spa. In addition to a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 390 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
  • 65-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Tack Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Riding Academy Hotel
The Riding Academy Hotel Ocala
New! The Riding Academy Hotel Hotel
New! The Riding Academy Hotel Ocala
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:30 PM.

Is The Riding Academy Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Riding Academy Hotel located?

Situated in Ocala, this spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Golden Ocala Golf Course. Ocala National Golf Club and Petting Zoo Ocala are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 599 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 599 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 599 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 599 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 599 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a phenomenal stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was incredible!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place to stay in Ocala!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very well kept and maintained. The rooms are clean and spacious. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicollette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our favorite place to stay in Ocala. Everything from the staff to the rooms,food,and amenities is perfection. We really love our times here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and grounds! Lots of walking opportunities and the staff was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is 5 stars. We love staying at the Riding Academy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price Awesome staff Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathews

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel staff, well appointed, clean rooms, extremely convinient to all WEC locations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

McKeisha Shantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a second time! Beat side to stay on is right near show grounds. More parking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved this place. Staff was great. Hotel was very clean. Everyone there including other guests were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire WEC facility (grounds, hotels, barns) and experience is perfectly curated and executed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and huge rooms. Everything was super clean and all the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property! Room very confortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere if you love horses! I can go back. awesome place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernestine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, Beautiful room, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful and very well maintained. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, great staff. Very convenient for horse shows at World Equestrian Center
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our suite, beautiful, peaceful, great staff. Beds were comfortable, everything was clean. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony. Enjoyed every moment we were there!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yalda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying in the property. Love that there’s so much to do here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying there . It was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025